India, Oct. 3 -- Five Indian nationals aboard a Kuwait-flagged crude oil tanker were safely evacuated after the vessel was struck by a projectile while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian Embassy in Oman said.

The Embassy coordinated the rescue of the crew members from MT Kazimah III, with all five Indians subsequently brought ashore safely. It also thanked Omani authorities for their support during the operation.

What happened to MT Kazimah III?

The MT Kazimah III is a crude oil tanker operating under the Kuwaiti flag. At the time of the incident, the vessel was travelling towards the port of Lome in Togo. The tanker was hit by a projectile while in the Strait of Hormuz, after which the five Indian nationals aboard were m...